This step-by-step guide on how to create a charming strawberry quilt block is perfect for adding a splash of colour and a touch of whimsy to your projects. Grab your fabric, thread, and sewing machine, and let's get started on crafting this sweet and summery design that is sure to brighten up your day!
I've created 6 quilting blocks to use for a quilt top, so these instructions are also to make 6.
For the 6 strawberry quilting blocks cut -
3.5" squares in white x 12
3.5" squares in red x 15
3.5" squares in green x 15
2.5" squares in white x 12
4" squares in white x 12
6.5 x 10.5" red rectangles x 6
2.5" squares of green x 6
A 1/4” seam allowance is used throughout this project.
Instructions -
Start by making half square triangles from the 3.5" squares. To do this, pair up -
6 white with 6 red,
6 white with 6 green,
and 9 red with 9 green.
Pin the squares right sides together and with an erasable marker, draw a diagonal line from one corner to another on each pair.
2. Sew 1/4" down either side of the line drawn. Repeat for all squares.
3. Cut along the draw line and open and press.
4. Trim each square down to 2.5"
5. Arrange the squares into the strawberry top shape as shown below -
6. Sew the squares together in rows.
7. Sew the rows together.
8. Sew this block to the top of the red rectangle shape.
8. Place a white 4" square with right sides together in either bottom corner of the red rectangle. Draw a diagonal line from the side corner to the bottom corner.
9. Sew along the drawn line. Fold the square back into a triangle shape and press.
10. Repeat with the remaining fabric so that there are 6 strawberry blocks in total.
Optional -
If you'd like to add little seed shapes to the strawberry, use a 'lazy daisy' embroidery stitch with a contrasting thread.
I've used these quilt blocks to create a fun, scalloped edge quilt that I use for picnics during the summer.
Happy Sewing! x
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